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Early Origins of the Brenes family

The surname Brenes was first found in Saxony, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic, and political affairs.

Early History of the Brenes family

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Brenes Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Brenn, Bren, Brene, Brenne, Brehn, Brehnn and many more.

Early Notables of the Brenes family

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Brenes migration to the United States +



  • Carlos Brenes, aged 53, settler from Costa Rica who arrived in New York aboard the ship "SS Ulua" 1
Brenes Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Francisco Brenes, aged 30, Porta Rican settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Sabine" in 1845 1
  • Fraz Q. Brenes, aged 30, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Milton" in 1856 1
  • Manl. Brenes, aged 38, Costa Rican settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "China" in 1872 1
  • Jose. Brenes, aged 25, settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Tyall" in 1876 1
  • Miguel Brenes, Costa Rican settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Athos" in 1889 1
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Brenes Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Heinrich Brenes, aged 18, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Vaderland" in 1903 1
  • Niklos Brenes, aged 43, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Ultonia" in 1906 1
  • Robert Brenes, aged 35, British settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Blucher" in 1907 1
  • Adina Brenes, aged 19, Costa Rican settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Almirante" in 1911 1
  • Abigail Brenes, aged 37, Costa Rican settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Almirante" in 1911 1
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Contemporary Notables of the name Brenes (post 1700) +

  • Diana Brenes (b. 1997), Costa Rican judoka, a bronze medalist at the Pan American Games
  • Randall Brenes Moya (b. 1983), Costa Rican footballer
  • Pablo Andrés Brenes Quesada (b. 1982), Costa Rican footballer
  • Oswaldo Brenes Álvarez (1942-2013), Costa Rican Roman Catholic bishop of the Diocese of Ciudad Quesada, Costa Rica
  • Nery Antonio Brenes Cárdenas (1985-2008), Costa Rican sprinter at the 2008 Olympic Games
  • Leopoldo José Brenes Solórzano (b. 1949), Nicaraguan Roman Catholic cardinal and Archbishop of Managua
  • Eric Brenes, Costa Rican businessman, farmer, and poker player who won a World Poker Tour championship
  • Humberto Brenes (b. 1951), Costa Rican poker player who has 2 bracelets
  • Édgar Brenes, Costa Rican architect, professor at the University of Costa Rica School of Architecture
  • ... (Another 5 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)


  1. Ellis Island Search retrieved 21st October 2021. Retrieved from https://heritage.statueofliberty.org/passenger-result


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